PLES Newsletter 11/4/21
Fri, 11/05/2021 - 2:47pm
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Phelps Luck Elementary (410) 313-6886
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Falcon Newsletter
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Important Dates
November 4 No School – Staff Work Day
November 8 Conference Scheduling Begins – More Info to Come
PTA Dine-Out Night at Coal Fire
6:00-7:00pm PTA Child Vaccine Info Night (see info below)
7:15-8:15pm PTA Child Vaccine Info Night - Spanish
November 10 Report Cards Available at hcpss.org/connect at 5:00pm
6:00-7:00pm Food Pantry
November 15 Scholastic Book Fair Starts (on-line from 11/15-11/28)
November 18 4:30-7pm Scholastic Book Fair – In-Person in the Media Center
November 22 12:25pm School Dismisses – Parent/Teacher Conferences
November 23 12:25pm School Dismisses – Parent/Teacher Conferences
November 24-26 No School – Thanksgiving
From the Principal. . .
Dear Phelps Luck Families,
Now that we are in the second quarter, we need your assistance with ensuring that all students are arriving to school on time. The first bell rings at 8:40 am. If you are driving or walking your child, please ensure that you arrive by this time. The second bell rings at 8:55 am. Students who arrive after that time should walked into the office by their parent. They will be marked tardy.
Cold weather has arrived! Please be sure to send your child with a coat, hat, and gloves. We go outside unless the temperature with the wind chill is under 20 degrees. If your child is in need of a coat, please call the office or communicate this with your child’s teacher. We have some coats that have been given to us.
Sincerely,
Michelle M. Leader
Principal
School News
Job Opportunity:
If you love children and would like to work at our school as a one-on-one support for a student with special needs, please see the following information to apply with Social Service Consultants to work at Phelps Luck Elementary School:
Robert Tencher
Social Service Consultants Ltd
rtencher@gmail.com
www.socialserviceconsultants.com
Family File Information
We have just about all of our Family File info updated! If you ever have any changes, please update your info by going to HCPSS Connect and updating that particular section. Thank you!!!
Opting In to Text Messages
Text Messaging
How can I opt-in to receiving text messages?
Text the work “YES” to 67587 from the wireless device you wish to receive texts on.
I received a text message that says if from SchoolMessenger. What does it mean?
An opt in invitation message was sent by HCPSS using SchoolMessenger from 67587 and said:
Howard County Public Schools alerts. Reply Y for approx. 5 msgs/mo. Txt HELP 4 info. Msg&data rates may apply. See schoolmessenger.com/tm
To continue receiving text messages, reply with Y. If you don’t reply, you will not receive any future text alerts from School Messenger, the HCPSS News service provider. Text alerts include weather-related closings and emergency information.
Candy for the Courageous
Donate your extra wrapped Halloween candy to our military troops worldwide!
Please bring any extra-unopened Halloween candy to school in Ziploc bag between Nov 1-5, 2021. We will be giving the candy to the USO at BWI airport, so that they can give it to our troops before they travel overseas. Feel free to also write letters/cards to the troops, which will be given to our military. Ziploc bags of candy and/or cards can be dropped off in the front office.
School Counselor Update:
This year, the counseling team is providing the opportunity for you to refer your student to talk to a school counselor. If your student is experiencing something at home, struggling with school, or could just use an adult connection, please feel free to complete the form below. We are here to support your student with anything that may be getting in the way of their learning and being the best falcon they can be. Once form is completed, counselors will connect with your student as they are able. Please feel free to contact Andrea Stremmel, School Counselor, at 410.313.6886 or andrea_stremmel@hcpss.org with any questions or concerns.
https://forms.gle/5aN15LfPxvcfhQXu6
Report Card Access:
Parents/guardians will have access to view report cards as of 5 p.m. on November 10. Parents/guardians may view/download report cards by taking the following steps:
- Log in to HCPSS Connect Synergy using parent/guardian credentials
- Select More Options from the left panel
- Select Report Cards from the middle
- Select the report card you wish to access
SAVE THE DATE!
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to PLES!
Online Shopping: 11/15-28 Book Fair Shopping Link
In-Person Shopping: Thursday, 11/18/21 from 4:30-7pm in the Media Center
Students Only Shopping: 11/22 & 23 during school hours - students can bring money or use the eWallet
This is a fundraiser for MORE BOOKS for the Media Center!
This is YOUR chance to give the GIFT of READING!
For any online shopping, use the direct Book Fair Shopping Link
Look for more information coming soon!
We need volunteers for the Book Fair! Please see available slots and sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B4FA4AC2CA4FF2-ples
Community Center Next to PLES
Please do not park in the community center next PLES during morning drop off or afternoon pick-up. This is not part of our school property and the people using the facility have been unable to find parking there. The community center has alerted us that they will begin ticketing and towing cars. We appreciate your assistance!
Free and Reduced Meals Information
Each year, families are required to complete the Free and Reduced Meals application. Information can be found at the link below:
https://www.hcpss.org/food-services/farms/#opportunities
ALL ABOUT GT
Curious about what is going on in GT at PLES? Follow us on twitter!
HCPSS Gifted and Talented Advisory Committee Update:
The slides from the GT Program Overview sessions (elementary and secondary) are now available on the GT Family Involvement page on the HCPSS website.
The Navigating College Admissions Sessions for students in grades 9-12 and their families will be on Tuesday, November 9 from 7 - 8:30 p.m. via Zoom. Families do need to register in advance. The full HCPSS News posting is available at https://news.hcpss.org/news-posts/2021/10/navigating-the-college-admissions-process/
News from the PTA
Coal Fire Dine-Out Night
Dine out at COAL FIRE GRILL (in Shipley's Grant) on Monday, November 8 from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and 20% of the proceeds will be donated to our PLES PTA. See flyer for details (and bring it with you!): https://tinyurl.com/y4ab2md3
COVID-19 Vaccine Parent Night:
The PLES PTA is hosting Dr. Meagan Fitzpatrick, Assistant Professor with the Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, on Monday, November 8th. Dr. Fitzpatrick is also a PLES parent! She will share info about the COVID-19 vaccine that was just approved for children ages 5-11. She will also answer questions. Please join us! These info sessions will be held virtually.
Monday, November 8th:
6:00-7:00pm
7:15-8:15pm for families needing Spanish interpretation
Clothing Bin
Our Clothing Bin is still accessible all year long! Please feel free to donate any items to our Clothing Bin in our school parking lot. This is a fundraiser and supports our PTA! Please place all items in a closed trash bag before placing the bag in the bin. Thank you!!!
From the Community
Columbia Community Care
Columbia Community Care is here to help families right within our own community. Sites are open weekly to offer food and personal items to anyone who needs them. If you are able to donate to help your neighbors in need, donations are gladly accepted, and very much needed.
The 3 CCC sites are open for food distribution and donation drop-off at the following locations and times:
Site Hours:
Saturdays – 10:00 am – Noon (Volunteers and donation drop-off begins at 9:00 am). To volunteer at a site, please go to http://columbiacare.live for sign-up information.
Site Locations:
- Wilde Lake Interfaith Center, 10431 Twin Rivers Road, Columbia, 21044
- Oakland Mills Middle School, 9540 Kilimanjaro Road, Columbia, 21045
- Long Reach Village Center, 8775 Cloudleap Court, Suite 109, Columbia, 21045
Website: http://columbiacare.live/
Form for Food
OMHS Food Pantry
The OMHS Food Pantry is from 3:00—5:00 pm on the dates below. If you or someone you know is experiencing food insecurity, please come to our contact free pickup at 9410 Kilimanjaro Road, Columbia. All you need to bring is a photo ID.
November 17
December 22
January 26
February 23
March 30
April 27
May 25
June 29
New HCPSS Community News and Programs Site
In response to community requests for resources, HCPSS’ new Community News and Programs website makes it easy for families to find educational and recreational resources, events and after-school programs beyond the school day by non-profit organizations. Community organizations requesting their announcements be shared in school newsletters should visit community-programs.hcpss.org for more information. Questions should be directed to the Public Information Office at publicinfo@hcpss.org.
School’s Out Ninja Day Camps!
HCPSS will be closed Sept 7 & 16, Oct 15, Nov 4, and Dec 23. Make sure to reserve your child’s spot with our business partner - The Okinawan Karate Dojo! The OKD’s "School’s Out Ninja Day Camp" has you covered from 9 AM to 4 PM, or 8 AM to 6 PM (with available before/after care)! OKD's year-round camps are action-packed, tons of fun, and will keep your kids happy, entertained, challenged and moving all day! Not only that, they are licensed as a Child Care Provider by the state of Maryland. The staff is highly trained and certified to give your child a safe, enriching, AWESOME, COVID-safe camp experience! Voted #1 Martial Arts School in HoCo and one of the best Childcare Providers in 2021, this will be OKD's 22nd annual camp season! Find additional information about the camp, online registration, and OKD's COVID safety policy at: OKDkarate.com. Space is Limited. Questions? Call: 443 574 8999 or Email: info@okinawankaratedojo.com.
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Michelle Leader~ Principal Connie Fowlkes ~ Assistant Principal Sandra McGraw ~ Assistant Principal
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